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The Top 5

  • Methamphetamine- Labeled an epidemic problem by the press..
  • Marijuana- Must widely abused illegal substance
  • MDMA (ecstasy)- Little research on term effects, very popular
  • Crack Cocaine- Cheap, destructive drug making a comback
  • Heroine- Highly addictive drug--more popular
Example of illegal drugs
Example of illegal drugs


Penalties for Possession and Dealing


Possession:
Dealing:
Class A
Ecstasy, LSD, heroin, cocaine, crack, magic mushrooms, amphetamines (if prepared for injection).
Up to seven years in prison or an unlimited fine or both.
Up to life in prison or an unlimited fine or both.
Class B
Amphetamines, Methylphenidate (Ritalin), Pholcodine.
Up to five years in prison or an unlimited fine or both.
Up to 14 years in prison or an unlimited fine or both.
Class C
Cannabis, tranquilizers, come painkillers, Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB), Ketamine.
Up to two years in prison or an unlimited fine or both.
Up to 14 years in prison or an unlimited fine or both.


Class A, B and C drugs are termed as controlled substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, with Class A being those considered most harmful.
The misuse of drugs act states that it is an offense to:
  1. Possess a controlled substance unlawfully
  2. Possess a controlled substance with intent to supply it
  3. Supply or offering to supply a controlled drug (even where no charge is made for the drug)
  4. Allow premises you occupy or manage to be used for the purpose of drug taking

Ecstasy Locations
Ecstasy Locations
Heroin Locations
Heroin Locations
Cocaine Locations
Cocaine Locations


Heroin Comes from a opium poppy-a flower that grows in Asia, mexico, and South America. Pure Heroin is a white powder that tastes really bad pure-also comes in brown and black tar (routing tar). Heroin belongs to a group of pain-releasing drugs called Narcotics. VERY ADDICTIVE!!-Street heroine is NEVER 100% pure, and comes out with all types to be addicted to.
Nicknames- horse, smack, big H, junk, TNT
Used- injected or smoked, purer heroin are inhaled
Effects- Burst of good feeling, user feel "high" and relaxed-may lead to drowsiness and sickness,signs of addiction are "tracks" {injections into veins}
Sharing your needles have a huge danger with causing Hep. B or C, and HIV.Heroin abuse is associated with serious health conditions, including fatal overdose, spontaneous abortion, collapsed veins, and, particularly in users who inject the drug, infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.Also can cause you to become sleepy-falling asleep mid-sentence, or throw up a lot.
Symptoms- Withdrawal, which in regular abusers may occur as early as a few hours after the last administration, produces drug craving, restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea and vomiting, cold flashes with goose bumps ("cold turkey"), kicking movements ("kicking the habit"), and other symptoms.
Risks-You can never tell HOW strong each batch or dose is,causing many overdoeses (injecting it).Many heroine deaths occur this way.

(Dr. Phil-On twins involved in heroine, risks you must take)


Cocaine and Crack

A white powder that comes from dried leaves of the cocoa plant thats found in South America, Crack cocaine is a form of the drug that gives a very quick intense high.
Crack is made by cooking cocaine powder with baking sodas, then breaking it into small pieces called rocks.
Used- {cociane} is inhaled through the nose,or injected
{crack} is smoked
Effects- Cocaine is a potent brain stimulant that stirs up the CRV, giving the suer the intense high of power and energy. A snorting high lasts for 15-30 minutes,while smoking it last for 5-10 mins.Cocaine elevates the heart rate,breathing rate, blood pressure, and body pressure.
Risk- Of course injecting cocaine using needles-and sharing gives the risk of Hep., and AIDS.Also snorting cocaine can put a hole inside the lining of your nose.High risks of dying the first time for new users.
Costs- Depending on the purity of the product.The decrease in purity indicates a decrease in the supply of cocaine in the United States. Cocaine remained low and stable, which suggests a steady supply to the United States. Nationwide, prices have ranged from $12,000 to $35,000 per kilogram.


Ecstasy

Is a synthetic psychoactive drug possessing stimulant and hallucinative qualities.Known as a "designer drug",created by underground
This is a designer drug created by underground chemists. It comes in powder, tablet, or capsule form. Ecstasy is a popular club drug among teens because it is widely available at raves, dance clubs, and concerts.It belongs to a family of drugs called "entactogens," which literally means "touching within." *You'll also notice the signs on the pills ahve changed from "dollar bills" to childish images "smiley faces"..etc..
Nicknames: XTC, X, Adam, E, Roll
Used: Ecstasy is swallowed or sometimes snorted.
Effects & Dangers:This drug combines a hallucinogenic with a stimulant effect, making all emotions, both negative and positive, much more intense. Users feel a tingly skin sensation and an increased heart rate. Ecstasy can also cause dry mouth, cramps, blurred vision, chills, sweating, and nausea. Sometimes users clench their jaws while using. They may chew on something (like a pacifier) to relieve this symptom. Many users also experience dep, paranoia ,depression, anxiety, and confusion. There is some concern that these effects on the brain and emotion can become permanent with chronic use of ecstasy. Ecstasy also raises the temperature of the body. This increase can sometimes cause organ damage or even death.
Addictiveness: Although the physical addictiveness of Ecstasy is unknown, teens who use it can become psychologically dependent upon it to feel good, deal with life, or handle stress

Modern Ecstasy Pills
Modern Ecstasy Pills


Marijuana The most widely used illegal drug in the United States, marijuana resembles green, brown, or gray dried parsley with stems or seeds. A stronger form of marijuana called hashish (hash) looks like brown or black cakes or balls. Marijuana is often called a gateway drug because frequent use often leads to the use of stronger drugs.
Street Names: pot, weed, blunts, chronic, grass, reefer, herb, ganja
How It's Used: Marijuana is typically smoked in cigarette (joints), hollowed-out cigars (blunts), pipes (bowls), or water pipes (bongs). Some people mix it into foods or brew it as a tea.
Effects & Dangers:Marijuana can affect mood and coordination. Users may experience mood swings that range from stimulated or happy to drowsy or depressed. Marijuana also elevates heart rate and blood pressure. Some people get red eyes and feel very sleepy or hungry. The drug can also make some people paranoid or cause them to hallucinate. Marijuana is as tough on the lungs as cigarettes - steady smokers suffer coughs, wheezing, and frequent colds.
Addictiveness: Teens who use marijuana can become psychologically dependent upon it to feel good, deal with life, or handle stress. In addition, their bodies may demand more and more marijuana to achieve the same kind of high experienced in the beginning.

(Informational video on marijuana)

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine is a powerful stimulant.
Nicknames: crank, meth, speed, crystal, chalk, fire, glass, crypto, ice
Used: It can be swallowed, snorted, injected, or smoked.
Effects & Dangers:Users feel a euphoric rush from methamphetamine, particularly if it is smoked or shot up. But they can develop tolerance quickly - and will use more meth for longer periods of time, resulting in sleeplessness, paranoia, and hallucinations. Users sometimes have intense delusions such as believing that there are insects crawling under their skin. Over exposure of the drug use may result in violent, aggressive behavior, psychosis, and brain damage. The chemicals used to make methamphetamine can also be dangerous to both people and the environment.
Addictiveness: Methamphetamine is highly addictive-The first time you use Meth..your Addcitied.